Paralegal - Construction (Hybrid) Miami, FL

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP
Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP
is a premier insurance defense trial law firm with a presence spanning Florida, New York, Virginia, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and The Bahamas. We are nationally recognized for our work in insurance defense, admiralty and maritime law, transportation and trucking, personal injury, premises liability, professional malpractice defense, construction, subrogation, and products liability litigation.

The firm holds an
AV Preeminent
rating-the highest peer-review distinction from Martindale-Hubbell-and is consistently ranked among the most diverse law firms in South Florida. Our attorneys are known for delivering swift, lucrative results, backed by a 24/7 emergency action response team serving clients in domestic and international jurisdictions.

General Summary
The Paralegal is responsible for providing comprehensive legal and administrative support to attorneys within the Construction Practice Group. This position is integral to the management of cases involving construction defect claims, personal injury defense, general contractor liability, and workers' compensation matters. The role demands proficiency in discovery coordination, meticulous organization of extensive digital documentation, and consistent maintenance of case files to ensure accuracy and accessibility throughout the litigation process.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with case management from inception through trial.
• Prepare and manage discovery materials (interrogatories, document requests, subpoenas, responses).
• Review and summarize contracts, expert reports, project files, and other case documents.
• Oversee digital document production and maintain organized, compliant case files with proper version control and electronic filing.
• Monitor and meet pre-trial deadlines, including disclosures, discovery cutoffs, and motions.
• Assist in preparing exhibit and witness lists, trial binders, and hearing materials.
• Coordinate and prepare documentation for depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel on discovery and document matters.
• Support associates in managing data retention systems, ensuring secure handling of sensitive information.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality and data protection policies.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills, Abilities And Competencies

• Skilled in preparing, organizing, and managing complex legal documents, including discovery materials, contracts, expert reports, and case files.
• Supports attorneys through all phases of litigation, ensuring timely filings and trial readiness.
• Experienced in large-scale digital document production and review with strong accuracy and compliance focus.
• Maintains organized, compliant case files with proper version control, electronic filing standards and firm policies.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with clients, experts, and opposing counsel on case matters.
• Proficient in legal software and data management systems; ensures confidentiality and data protection.
• Capable of analyzing complex construction documentation to identify key issues and support case strategy.
• Manages multiple priorities and meets critical litigation deadlines.
• Stays current on legal procedures, best practices, and trends in construction litigation.
• Upholds the highest standards of ethics, discretion, and professionalism.

Education, Certification And Experience

• 3+ years in construction defect or general liability preferred
• Associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or related field; Paralegal Certification

preferred.